Kru Ae helped us with directions when we arrived and was waiting outside to welcome us. His house is in a very quiet and friendly neighbourhood close to DM airport. He was full of good advice and such a kind, friendly man, he is just lovely.

In the morning he took us to the local market to make an offering to the monks, which was something we would never have otherwise experienced.

Kru Ae speaks excellent English, which really helps if you've just arrived in Thailand and have lots of questions like we did!

Our room was clean, comfortable and had an ensuite shower and toilet. The room had air conditioning and opened into Kru Ae's lovely little garden, which was a real oasis in the busy streets of Bangkok.

I would highly recommend staying with Kru Ae. It was so much nicer than staying in a faceless hotel. We arrived as Kru Ae's guests, but left as friends!